Driver slams into building causing extensive damage

The lab director at Chemtex Environmental & Industrial Hygiene Services said Saturday night a driver crashed into the building located at 3082 25th Street in Port Arthur.

Author:
kjac

Published:
5:41 PM CST February 12, 2014

The lab director at Chemtex Environmental & Industrial Hygiene Services said Saturday night a driver crashed into the building located at 3082 25th Street in Port Arthur. The collision caused extensive damage to the building's exterior and equipment located inside the building.

Director Dr. C. Reddy said the damage estimate is up to $200,000.

Police officers took the driver into police custody. The unidentified woman was booked into the Jefferson County Jail on suspicion of driving while intoxicated.